French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A rich and savory casserole combining French onion soup flavors with tender chicken, orzo, and melted cheese for a delightful meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until browned.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, orzo, and French onion soup.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier casserole, add a splash of heavy cream before baking.
- You can substitute rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole, comfort food, casserole recipe